{"id":11533,"date":"2024-06-20T02:36:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T02:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=11533"},"modified":"2024-06-20T02:36:00","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T02:36:00","slug":"how-to-prepare-your-gutters-for-a-hurricane","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=11533","title":{"rendered":"How To Prepare Your Gutters for a Hurricane"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/hurricanes#:~:text=Atlantic%20Hurricane%20Season%3A%20June%201,%3A%20June%201%2DNovember%2030.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">When hurricanes are on the horizon<\/a>, it\u2019s more important than ever to make sure your gutters are ready to take on the upcoming deluge of water. Gutters help protect your roof, walls, lawn, and foundation from heavy rainfall and overflow. If you live in an area prone to strong storms, hurricane-proofing your gutters is a must. <\/p>\n<p>In this article, I\u2019ll cover the essential steps for preparing your gutters to withstand hurricanes, including cleaning them thoroughly, inspecting for damage, and sealing any leaks found.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-763b4185 project-panel\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-98355ed2\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-83b85198\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-ccb8a677\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ccb8a677\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3576f489\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-11b6581b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/gutter-cleaning\/?subid=other-tho-sp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow sponsored\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-11b6581b lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" title=\"Man cleaning the gutter\" data-lazy-data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-1622x1081.jpeg 1622w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-scaled.jpeg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-11b6581b lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Man cleaning the gutter\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-1622x1081.jpeg 1622w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_58057451-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>Gutter Cleaning Service<\/p>\n<p>The national average price of gutter cleaning is $160, assuming you have about 200 feet of gutters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"gb-button gb-button-8f1bce9e gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/gutter-cleaning\/?subid=other-tho-sp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong><strong>GET ESTIMATE<\/strong><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-ae72d164\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ae72d164\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6497906f\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-de705532\"><a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/gutter-guard-installation-generic\/?subid=other-tho-sp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow sponsored\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-de705532 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" title=\"Plastic guard over new dark grey plastic rain gutter on asphalt\" data-lazy-data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-1622x1081.jpeg 1622w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" data-lazy-data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-scaled.jpeg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-de705532 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Plastic guard over new dark grey plastic rain gutter on asphalt\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-1622x1081.jpeg 1622w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_220749158-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>Gutter Guard Installation<\/p>\n<p>In general, the national average cost of gutter guards\u00a0<strong>ranges from $650 to $2,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"gb-button gb-button-4e2c8364 gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/gutter-guard-installation-generic\/?subid=other-tho-sp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong><strong><strong>GET ESTIMATE<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-610cd257\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-610cd257\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c6c07578\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-db4fb162\"><a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/gutter-installation-generic\/?subid=other-tho-sp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow sponsored\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1714\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-db4fb162 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" title=\"Installation of gutter system\" data-lazy-data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-300x201.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-1615x1081.jpeg 1615w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-768x514.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-1536x1028.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-2048x1371.jpeg 2048w\" data-lazy-data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-scaled.jpeg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1714\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-db4fb162 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" title=\"Installation of gutter system\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-300x201.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-1615x1081.jpeg 1615w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-768x514.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-1536x1028.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/AdobeStock_165743181-2048x1371.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>Gutters Installation<\/p>\n<p>In general, it costs somewhere between $1,000 to $7,000 to get a full set of gutters installed on your home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"gb-button gb-button-8a0b57cb gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/go\/gutter-installation-generic\/?subid=other-tho-sp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong><strong><strong>GET ESTIMATE<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-clean-out-your-gutters-asap-nbsp\">Clean out Your Gutters ASAP\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Debris like leaves, branches, animal refuse, and general gunk from surrounding trees can build up in your gutters, creating blockages. If your rain gutters are clogged, they won\u2019t be able to direct the massive amounts of water hurricanes can throw at you. If you haven\u2019t cleaned your gutters since last fall, or even worse, last spring, it\u2019s time to get a ladder and a scoop. There are a few ways you can clean your gutters:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Leaf blower<\/strong>: You can use a leaf blower to blast the debris out of your gutters. Remember that this can send leaves, twigs, and anything else unpleasant inside your gutters flying everywhere. Wear protective safety gear like eye protection, a dust mask, gloves, and long-sleeve clothes when using a leaf blower.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>With a scoop:<\/strong>\u00a0One of the most effective ways to clean out gutters is with a quality scoop. You can pick up a gutter scoop at most home improvement stores, but if you can\u2019t get one, a hand trowel or a child\u2019s sandbox shovel also works.<\/li>\n<li><strong>By hand<\/strong>: Some gutters are difficult to get leaf blowers or scoops into, so your best option is to buy a thick set of gloves and manually scoop everything out. This method can be the most hazardous, as gutters can have some nasty stuff in them, so don\u2019t skip out on quality gloves. Make sure they\u2019re thick, long, durable, and waterproof.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>After you get most of the debris out of your gutter system, you can use a hose to rinse out the remainder of the gunk.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-check-for-damage-and-loose-connections\"><a\/>Check for Damage and Loose Connections<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:835px;height:551px\" class=\"lazyload\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Check-for-Damage-and-Loose-Connections.png\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Check-for-Damage-and-Loose-Connections.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"width:835px;height:551px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<p>While cleaning out your gutter system, you should check for any\u00a0damage to individual pieces. If a portion of your gutters are damaged or worn down, they will not be able to function optimally. This could lead to further damage or significant leaks. While inspecting, check for any of the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Openings between the connector and gutter section\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Loose nails or gutter screws<\/li>\n<li>Broken, dislodged, or missing end cap\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Loose or disconnected brackets\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Sagging section and loose hangers\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Cracking, rust, chipped paint, etc.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Broken or faulty seals\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Gaps between the wall and fascia<\/li>\n<li>Gaps between the gutters and the edge of the shingles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can fix most of these issues yourself, but you should\u00a0call a <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/gutters\/reviews\/best-gutter-installation-companies\/\">professional gutter installer<\/a> for more serious damage, such as a collapsed gutter.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-check-for-leaks-and-seal-them\"><a\/>Check for Leaks and Seal Them<\/h2>\n<p>One final step before giving your gutters the stamp of approval is to check the overall drainage of the system. You should examine your gutters for leaks so that they work properly. Gutters can have many small gaps, holes, or clogs that can be easily overlooked. Finding leaks and sealing them before storm season will protect your home from water damage that occurs from leaking gutters. You\u2019ll ideally want a second person for this job, but you can do it alone in a pinch.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to inspect for leaks and effectively seal them in your gutters.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>You will want to get on your ladder while carefully carrying a garden hose. Turn the hose on and begin to fill your gutters with water.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>At this point, if you have a partner, have them walk along the gutters looking for leaks.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>While up at the top of the gutters, you should check the water flow speed. If the water travels at a normal pace, you\u2019re good to go. If the water drains slowly, your spout may have a clog.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>If you don\u2019t have a partner, carefully descend the ladder and walk along the gutters, checking for any leaks as the remainder of the water drains.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>If you encounter any leaks, you\u2019ll want to seal them or replace the gutter section.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Gutter cleaning can be a challenging task. This video by Home Depot does a great job of explaining how to repair basic damage to a gutter system.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-embed-handler wp-block-embed-embed-handler wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<noscript><\/p>\n<div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"How to Repair Leaking Gutters | The Home Depot\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Hb_2o9qNL2k?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/noscript>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><!--Video Markup Code Generated by https:\/\/videoschema.com\/ --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reduce-post-hurricane-cleanup-with-proactive-pruning\"><a\/>Reduce Post Hurricane Cleanup With Proactive Pruning<\/h2>\n<p>Hurricanes can cause a mess, especially when gutters are involved. High winds can rip off shingles and entire roofs. When faced with the high winds of a hurricane, overhanging trees can cause major damage to your home and property. Leaves, seeds, pollen, and entire tree limbs can fall onto your roof and gutters. If the winds are strong enough they can pull off large limbs resulting in dents to your gutters, broken gutter sections or even a full collapse. To help prevent this, make sure to proactively trim back your overhanging tree limbs before a hurricane hits.<\/p>\n<p>Tree trimming involves working at heights and can be hazardous. If you are unsteady on a ladder or do not have the necessary tools, hire a professional to trim branches away from your roof. Professionals have the expertise and equipment to trim trees that are close to your home safely.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>You might also\u00a0consider installing gutter guards. <a href=\"https:\/\/todayshomeowner.com\/gutters\/reviews\/best-gutter-guards\/\">Top-rated gutter guards<\/a> will help keep any flying debris from the hurricane from getting inside your system.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-keep-an-eye-on-window-wells\"><a\/>Keep an Eye on Window Wells<\/h2>\n<p>One important thing for homeowners to keep an eye on when the storm hits is window wells. If your downspouts discharge water right next to your home, the water may flow down into these wells. To help avoid this, use a downspout extender to direct water flow further away from your home. Heavy rains from storms may result in a flooded window well even if your gutters are directing water properly. A flooded window well can lead to problems, the most severe of which is a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fema.gov\/pdf\/hazard\/flood\/2010\/1935\/Basement_Flood_Mitigation.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flooded basement and water damage<\/a>. Your best method for protecting your window well is a good window well cover.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:838px;height:547px\" class=\"lazyload\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/AC-System-and-Basement-Window.png\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/d7fcfvvxwoz9e.cloudfront.net\/dom43635\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/AC-System-and-Basement-Window.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"width:838px;height:547px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\"><a\/>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>Checking and maintaining your gutters before hurricane season protects your home from potential water damage. Gutters play a vital role in directing rainwater away from your roof and foundation, preventing possible structural issues and mold growth. I recommend regular gutter cleaning, twice a year in spring and fall. Make sure they remain clear of debris such as leaves and twigs that can block water flow during heavy rainstorms. Proactive gutter maintenance keeps your gutters working efficiently and reduces your pre-storm preparation as hurricane season approaches.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to routine cleaning, inspect your gutters and roof after severe weather events, especially if\u00a0 strong winds or hail were present. Damaged gutters or roof shingles cannot channel water leading to leaks and further damage during and after storms. Have a professional roof inspection done after storms to identify and address any issues early, minimizing the risk of costly repairs or insurance claims. You can significantly improve your home\u2019s resilience against hurricanes and other severe weather conditions with vigilant preparation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"hm-faq-block_b8303f7803b613df1ae773be2a814c7f 1\" class=\"hm-faq hm-faq--two-column\">\n<h2 class=\"hm-faq__title \" data-toc-text=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"hm-faq__item\">\n<h3 class=\"faqQuestion accordion mb-0\">\n                        How to prepare your gutters for a hurricane?                     <\/h3>\n<div class=\"faqAnswer panel\">\n<p>There are several things you can do to prepare your gutters before a storm.\u00a0 Have your roof inspected before a hurricane and repair any damage. Clean your gutters and downspouts, removing all debris. Trim trees and branches that are touching your roof.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-2\"\/>\n<div class=\"hm-faq__item\">\n<h3 class=\"faqQuestion accordion mb-0\">\n                        What are gutter cleaning tools?                     <\/h3>\n<div class=\"faqAnswer panel\">\n<p>You can use a leaf blower to clean your gutters or a gutter scoop or use your hands. Always wear protective gear for your hands and eyes when cleaning gutters.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-2\"\/>\n<div class=\"hm-faq__item\">\n<h3 class=\"faqQuestion accordion mb-0\">\n                        Can window wells cause basement flooding?                     <\/h3>\n<div class=\"faqAnswer panel\">\n<p>During severe storms, window wells may fill up with water, causing flooding to occur in your basement. 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